Physical Fitness and Body Conditioning programme II 222

Physical and Health Education J.S.S 1 Second Term

Theme:

WEEK 10

Physical Fitness and Body Conditioning programme II

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to:

1. State factors that influence physical fitness.
2. Explain the factors that influence physical fitness

Content

Factors that influence physical fitness

Several factors influence physical fitness. They include:

1. 1. Heredity.
   2. Nutrition.
   3. Health status.
   4. Rest and sleep.
   5. Age.
       

Heredity

Heredity is traits and properties that are passed along biologically from both parents to a child. To some degree, this determines your general level of health. Heredity influences several factors that contribute to fitness, such as body size and muscle fibre composition. Whether we are tall or short is determined by heredity. 

Nutrition

Nutrition is important for fitness. Eating a well-balanced diet can help…